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• IN & AROUND TOWN •

Memberships are being accepted for the summer season at the Mount Olive Pool, located at Centercourt Sports, 184 Flanders-Netcong Road. The season fee is $400 for families of two adults and all children under 18; $150, individuals; and $75 for anyone 62 or older. The fee is $60 for five membership guest passes and $80 for 10 passes. Guest passes are not required for children under 3. The pool will be open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., weekends from May 25 to June 23; and the same hours daily June 24 to Sept. 2. The pool also offers swim lessons, adult swim time, birthday party areas, umbrellas, tennis courts and 50 percent off Centercourt summer camps. For information, call (973) 426-7262 or 7263; or visit register.communitypass.net/mountolive.

SATURDAY, June 1

Clothing, toys and other items will be accepted from 9 to 11 a.m. at the parking lot by the Mount Olive High School softball field, as part of a fundraiser for the high school softball team. The team will be paid for every pound of items collected. All items must be in good and usable clothing. The items will not be shredded but will be sent to people in need in third world countries.

Residents can have free skin cancer screenings from 5 to 8 p.m. at the municipal building, 204 Flanders-Drakestown Road, Budd Lake. Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers and account for nearly half of all cancer cases in the U.S. To register for screenings, call Public Health Nurse Helen Giles at (973) 691-0900 extension 7353 or email hgiles@mtolivetwp.org.

WEDNESDAY, June 12

Free child health exams and vaccinations will be offered from 1 to 4 p.m. at the health department, 204 Flanders-Drakestown Road, Budd Lake. The services are free for any children without health insurance or those who are covered by NJ Family Care. A licensed pediatrician will perform physical examinations and update vaccinations. For appointments, call registered nurse Helen Giles at (973) 691-0900 extension 7353.

SATURDAY, June 22

Knights of Columbus Council 6100 will host a scholarship blood drive from 7:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the St. Jude's church parish center, 17 Mount Olive Road, Budd Lake. Donors receive a pancake breakfast and Enzo’s $5 gift card or T-shirt. Proceeds will benefit the council's college scholarship fund for area students. Donors must be in generally good health and weigh at least 110 lbs. Parents can bring younger children to enjoy art & crafts and refreshments. For an appointment, visit https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/105695. Walk-ins are welcome. For information, call (973) 691-1330; or call N.J. Blood Services at 800-933-2566 or visit nybloodcenter.org.

SATURDAY, Aug. 17

The Budd Lake Fire Department will host a "wet down" from noon to 5 p.m. at the former Sam's Club store at 81 International Drive. The fund raising event will include food, beverages and entertainment.

Lifeguards and attendants are sought for the summer session at the Mount Olive pool, Budd Lake beach and Pirate's Cove splash pad. Positions available include lake lifeguards at $15 per hour; Pirate's Cove splash pad attendants, $15 per hour; and beach and pool facility staff, $10 per hour. For information go to www.rec.mountolivetownship.com/employment/. In- person interviews are being scheduled and phone interviews can be arranged for college students. Send applications to ckozimore@mtolivetwp.org or call (973) 426-7262.

The Kiwanis Club of Mount Olive is seeking donations to provide comfort bears to children who have had traumatic events. The club presents the bears to kids who may be hospitalized or put in a foster home and to police to distribute to children. More than 200 comfort bears have been given to children in the Mount Olive area. A donation of $12 can purchase a bear for a child. For information, email Kelly Gregory, project chair, at kellyryan@optonline.net; or call (973) 775-2967.

The Mount Olive Pantry, organized under Partners in Compassion, is seeking non-perishable and perishable food items. The pantry is located at Christ Episcopal Church, 369 Sand Shore Road, Budd Lake. It is open from 9:30 a.m. to noon, Tuesdays; from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturdays; and from 6:30 to 8 p.m., the second and fourth Mondays.

Boy Scouts of America Venture Crew 156, Flanders, is looking for new members. Venturing is a youth development program for young men and women who are 14 to 21 years old; or 13 years old and have completed the eighth grade. Venturing's purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults, with an emphasis in adventure, leadership, personal growth, and service. For information email VentureCrew156@gmail.com or call (973) 476-5770.

The township Open Space Committee is seeking volunteers to create and maintain trails in town. Trail builders will flag, blaze and clear new routes on the township's open space properties. Trail maintainers will walk sections of trails a few times a year to make sure trails are still clearly marked, signed and problem-free. To volunteer email mtotrails@gmail.com.

Boys heading into junior high or are of junior high/high school age can join Boy Scouts. Troop 312, based out of Sandshore Elementary, meets weekly during the school year and offers many great outings throughout the year. Scouts do not have to come to every meeting or event to get something out of the program. Scouts can join at any time. For information, visit http://www.troop312bsa.org/ or contact our Scoutmaster Ken Smith (lzilu610@gmail.com) or Troop Secretary Amy Dienes (aldienes00@gmail.com).

Morris County is home to a bridge club that welcomes experienced players and players who are new to duplicate bridge. Players can earn ACBL Masterpoints at Shadowfax Bridge Club, 679 Bartley Road, Chester.Free lessons are offered at 9:30 a.m., Tuesdays, followed by a duplicate game at 10 a.m. open to players with no more than 200 Masterpoints. Shadowfax also hosts two weekly open games at 10 a.m.,Wednesdays and Fridays. Players should bring lunch. Players can come without partners and Shadowfax will provide partners and guarantees Life Master partners for Life Masters. Private lessons are available. For information, call (908) 879-3895.

F&M Toastmasters meets at noon, the second and third Wednesdays at 360 Route 206 Flanders. Meetings last 45 minutes and members are encouraged to bring lunch. For information, visit the http://2859025.toastmastersclubs.org/ or call (201) 949-6178. Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive environment where members have the opportunity to overcome their fear of public speaking and sharpen their presentation skills, said a statement. Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization devoted to helping people improve their communication and leadership skills. For information visit www.toastmasters.org.

The Mount Olive Robotics Team competes in multiple FRC (FIRST Robotic Competition) events and outreach programs each year. The team welcomes sponsors and volunteers to work with the students in various fields such as programming, electrical work, design, mechanical work, media and business. For more information, e-mail chairmans-group@mort11.org.

Bingo Fridays are offered by the Knights of Columbus at St. Jude's Parish Center, 17 Mount Olive Road, Budd Lake, with generous payouts and two progressive jackpots. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games start at 7:45 p.m. Players must be 18 or older. For more information, call (973) 446-0786.

Property owners may pay delinquent property taxes and sewer and water charges with credit cards.

Join Mount Olive Cub Scout Pack 156. Any boy living in the township and entering first through fifth grades is welcome to join. Call Cindy Smith at 973-347-5744. A separate Cub Scout group meets at 7 p.m. on Mondays at Mountain View Elementary School in Flanders. Call 908-955-1000. Children in grades one to five may join.

The Tri-County Business Network meets for one hour at 7:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Budd Lake Diner, Route 46. The independent network affords opportunities to expand business contacts. President is Sally Smith, owner of Airborne Animals and Animal Pet Enterprises, Blairstown. Treasurer is Mount Olive attorney David Norrie and assistant treasurer is Pat Bent, a Netcong accountant. Call 973-691-8866.

Stickers for removal of large and small household items can be obtained from the public works department at town hall. Grass and leaf bags also are available. Call 973-691-0900, ext. 361.

Middle school pupils are sought by the Mount Olive Public Library Teen Advisory Group to help select books, plan a teen space at the new library, develop a teen Web page and contribute to the library literary magazine, Buzz. Call 973-691-8686 to register.

CHILD CARE, EDUCATION

Story time registrations are being offered at the Mount Olive Public Library. Story times are held during regular library hours and are open to children from 9 months old through kindergarten. The library is planning stories, songs, play and craft activities appropriate to the age of the child. Attendees should bring a Mount Olive library card and the child’s birth certificate when registering. For information, call 973-691-8686.

Fun ‘n’ Friends Nursery School is accepting registration for half-day sessions. The nonprofit school in United Presbyterian Church, 58 Drakesdale Road, Flanders, has sessions for children 2½ to 4 with programs from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3 p.m. Children need not be toilet-trained to attend. Programs are offered for 2½-year-olds two days a week; for 3-year-olds three days a week; and for 4-year-olds three and four days a week. Call 973-584-0365 or visit www.funnfriends.com.

The Mount Olive Child Care & Learning Center, a NAEYC Accredited School located at 150 Wolfe Road in Budd Lake, is registering for its child care and education programs for children 6 weeks through school age. With a 40-year history and reputation for reliable services, the center offers flexible enrollment schedules, certified teachers and assistants with minimal staff turnover, and a research-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum which supports individualized learning and success. Call (973) 426-1525 or visit www.mtolivechildcare.org.

SERVICE CLUBS

The Mount Olive Township Historical Society meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month. All are welcome. For information, call 973-347-6415. The society also is looking for photos of the Seward Mansion at Turkey Brook Park. Photos with any portion of the structure are of special interest. The society is in the process of obtaining an assessment of the structure; therefore, architects and preservation commissions are asking for photos. The society will pay for photo reproductions and postage. Write Thea Dunkle at MOTHS, 204 Flanders-Drakestown Road, Budd Lake, N.J. 07828, or call 973-347-6415.

The Kiwanis Club of Mount Olive meets at 7:30 p.m., the first and third Thursdays of every month at Adam's Hot Bagels and Grill at 41 Route 46 in Budd Lake. For information, call Richard Moore, president at (973) 770-3575; email rjmoorejr@optonline.net; or visit www.mtolivekiwanis.org.

HEALTH AND FITNESS

File of Life, a medical information packet designed for the elderly and persons with special needs, and providing emergency personnel with necessary medical data to begin immediate treatment, is being offered by the Budd Lake First-Aid and Rescue Squad. To request a packet, ask any squad member or call 973-691-0900, ext. 382.

SENIORS

The Mount Olive Senior Center, 204 Flanders Drakestown Road,open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday to all residents 55 and older. The nutrition site at the center is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Call 973-448-7474 or 908-879-6837 to reserve a meal. Visit www.mtoliveseniors.org for information about senior programs. Senior Citizens of Mount Olive Inc. meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at the center.

SOCIAL

The Newcomer’s Club of Roxbury and Mount Olive offers a variety of social events and activities like dinner clubs, scrap-booking, play groups, Bunco, and Breakfast Buddies. General meetings are held at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month September through April at the Mount Olive Senior Center, 204 Flanders Drakestown Road, Budd Lake. Visit the Web site at www. mornewcomers.org.

Kindred Hearts is a singles group for individuals of all ages with metaphysical and holistic interests on a spiritual path. For information, call 973-584-1413 after 6 p.m.

SUPPORT

Mount Olive Special Kids Group is for parents of children with disabilities and other special needs. The group meets at 6:45 p.m. the last Thursday of the month at the Mount Olive Public Library. For information, call 973-252-9424 or email mtospecialkids@optonline.net.

A men’s Al-Anon group meets at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays on the second floor of Stanhope United Methodist Church, Route 183, Netcong. All men who have friends or relatives who suffer from alcoholism or drug addiction are welcome.

The MOMS Club of the Mount Olive area meets at 10 a.m. the first Thursday of the month. The club is a support group for at-home mothers. Playgroups and daytime activities are offered and children are welcome. For locations of meetings, visit momsclubmtolive@yahoo.com.

A monthly food drive is sponsored by the St. Jude Rosary Society on the first Sunday of every month. Items are delivered to area food pantries. Nonperishable food items should be brought to St. Jude Parish Center, Mount Olive Road, Budd Lake, during 5:30 p.m. Saturday Mass or during any of the Sunday Masses. For information, call 973-691-1561.

People who home school children in Mount Olive are asked to call the library at 973-691-8686. The library will develop a collection of curriculum support and other material for home-schooled children.

WHY NOT VOLUNTEER?

Budd Lake First-Aid and Rescue Squad is seeking volunteers to be trained as volunteer first-aiders and emergency medical technicians. Candidates can stop after 7 p.m. Wednesdays at the squad building, Route 46, Budd Lake. Applicant must be at least 18, be a high-school graduate and possess a New Jersey driver’s license. Training will be provided. Call 973-691-0900, ext. 382.

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